Georgia: No threats to visa-free travel with EU
The Georgian parliamentary committee on European integration confirms no immediate threats exist to the country's visa-free travel arrangement with the European Union.
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Most EU countries oppose abolition of visa-free travel with Georgia
Discussions about the initiative to suspend the visa-free regime between Georgia and the EU have been going on for several months, with most of the member states opposing such measures.
EU may simplify visa procedures for citizens of Kazakhstan
The conditions for obtaining a Schengen visa will change for citizens of Kazakhstan: the list of required documents could be shortened, the visa fees lowered, and it may become easier to obtain a multiple-entry visa. Kazakhstan and the EU are negotiating a corresponding agreement.
"Asian Schengen" may be introduced by Central Asian countries
Kyrgyzstan believes that Central Asian countries should introduce a single visa for visitors from third countries. The idea of "Asian Schengen" was proposed by Japarov.
Russia expands visa-free travel for Georgian citizens
Putin has expanded the visa-free regime for Georgian citizens. Now they will be able to enter the territory of the Russian Federation without a visa for a period exceeding 90 days.
EU considers tightening of visa issuance to Russian citizens
This issue largely depends on how the measures already taken will be implemented
EU opens visa liberalization talks with Armenia
Citizens of Armenia will be able to obtain simplified visas to enter EU countries. Negotiations on this issue will be held in Yerevan.
Pakistan becomes more accessible for Russian tourists
The Pakistani authorities have decided to simplify the visa regime for a large number of foreign travelers. Russian tourists are also among them.
Russia ranks 45th in passport rating
In the world ranking of passports, Russia has reached 45th position. The same place takes Türkiye. Russian passport holders can travel to 116 countries without a visa.
US introduces visa restrictions against Georgian citizens
Washington is banning the entry of several dozen Georgian citizens into the United States. The restrictions are related to the law on foreign agents adopted by the Georgian government. The State Department said this is the first batch of restrictions.
Norway closes border to Russian tourists
From May 29, citizens of the Russian Federation will be able to enter Norway only with a work or study visa. Transit trips and tourism will be prohibited. Russians will still be able to enter Norway with a residence permit and to visit close relatives.
Georgia opposes EU threat to abolish visa-free travel
The Secretary General of Georgia's ruling party said that the EU's threats to abolish the visa-free regime were unacceptable and the republic was counting on friendly relations with European countries.
Kyrgyzstan changes visa rules: 60/120 to replace visa-run
The presence of foreigners without a visa in Kyrgyzstan is limited. The visa-run regime is cancelled, and now it will be possible to re-enter the republic no earlier than 120 days after the previous entry.
11 more countries to become visa-free for Russians
Russia is preparing agreements on the abolition of visas for tourists with 11 countries. The terms for expanding the list of visa-free countries are not clear - the agreements are bilateral and much depends on the other side.
Algeria alleviates tourists' burden
Algeria will issue visas on arrival to tourists heading to its south
Visa regime between Uzbekistan and Iran become easier
The agreement between the governments of Uzbekistan and Iran on visa facilitation, signed in September, entered into force on October 13. According to the document, on a parity basis and in accordance with the provisions of national …
UN Secretary General negatively assesses EU visa restrictions against Russians
Visa restrictions against Russians in Europe are not a good idea, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, RIA Novosti reports. In response to a question about whether he considers such measures a violation of human rights …
Iran: US uses sanctions against athletes to disqualify competitors
Nearly a month after then-US President Donald Trump pulled his country out of the landmark Iran nuclear deal in May 2018, the world's largest footwear company, Nike, also severed its ties with Iran's football team. The …
Can a ‘Silk Visa’ open Central Asia to the world
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are expected to introduce a common visa, a boon to travelers in the region
